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31st RQS AFE ensure a soft landing for pararescuemen

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Mathew Michels, 31st Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment assistant NCOIC, retrieves a parachute from the Pacific Ocean during a pararescue training operation June 29, 2016, off the coast of Okinawa. The water-logged parachutes hauled in the from ocean can weigh up to 150 pounds, but must be cleaned and dried within two days to prevent corrosion and ensure the chutes’ effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)
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31st RQS AFE ensure a soft landing for pararescuemen

Two pararescuemen, from Kadena Air Base’s 31st Rescue Squadron, parachute into the Pacific Ocean during a rescue training scenario June 29, 2016. Pararescuemen train both night and day to maintain critical skills for their missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)
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31st RQS AFE Airmen preserve pararescuemen lives

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Matthew Michels is a 31st Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment assistant NCO in charge at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Michels ensures the safety aircrews jumping from aircraft by packing and maintaining parachute packs and a variety of equipment including oxygen bottles, masks, life preservers, altimeters and night vision goggles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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31st RQS AFE Airmen preserve pararescuemen lives

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Erik Merrill, 31st Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, inspects equipment June 20, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Merrill assembles parachutes for pararescuemen and maintains a variety of aircrew equipment such as oxygen bottles, masks, life preservers, altimeters and night vision goggles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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31st RQS AFE Airmen preserve pararescuemen lives

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Erik Merrill, 31st Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, packs a parachute June 20, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. A fully loaded parachute pack weighs approximately 80 pounds and contains both a main chute and reserve chute, adding an additional layer of safety for aircrews who jump out of aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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31st RQS AFE Airmen preserve pararescuemen lives

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Matthew Michels, 31st Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment assistant NCO in charge, and Senior Airman Erik Merrill, 31st RQS aircrew flight equipment journeyman, pack a parachute canopy into a deployment bag June 20, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Each parachute must go through a specialized packing procedure, followed by an extensive series of safety checks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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31st RQS AFE Airmen preserve pararescuemen lives

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Erik Merrill, 31st Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, cocoons a parachute canopy June 20, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. In order to push out all the air inside the material for packing, Merrill applied his entire body weight by lying down on top of the canopy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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31st RQS AFE Airmen preserve pararescuemen lives

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Erik Merrill, 31st Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, cocoons a parachute canopy June 20, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Merrill applied his entire body weight on top of the canopy in order to push out all the air between folds, enabling him to pack it into a small deployment bag. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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31st RQS AFE Airmen preserve pararescuemen lives

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Erik Merrill, 31st Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, and Tech. Sgt. Matthew Michels, 31st RQS aircrew flight equipment assistant NCO in charge, fold a parachute canopy June 20, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Merrill and Michels ensure the safety of aircrews jumping from aircraft by assembling and maintaining parachute packs according to strict guidelines and procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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31st RQS AFE Airmen preserve pararescuemen lives

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Matthew Michels, 31st Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment assistant NCO in charge, flakes and folds a parachute canopy June 20, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Michels' attention to detail and adherence to safety standards play a crucial part in preserving the lives of pararescuemen who don the chutes when jumping out of aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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31st RQS AFE Airmen preserve pararescuemen lives

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Matthew Michels, 31st Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment assistant NCO in charge, straightens parachute chords while parachute packing June 20, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Michels ensures 31st RQS pararescuemen can don safe parachute packs that have passed intensive safety checks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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